New York | November 8, 2023
Marsh, the world’s leading insurance broker and risk advisor and a business of Marsh McLennan, today announced that Janice Kowell has been appointed Marine, Cargo and Logistics Practice Leader, US and Canada, effective immediately.
In this role Ms. Kowell will be responsible for delivering transactional and advisory services to Marsh’s maritime, cargo and logistics clients across the US and Canada. She succeeds Michael Pellegrini, who earlier this month was named Regional Head of Marsh Specialty, US and Canada. Ms. Kowell will remain based in Portland, Oregon, and report to Mr. Pellegrini.
Ms. Kowell brings more than 40 years of marine insurance experience to the role. She joined Marsh’s Marine and Energy Practice in 1981 and has held a of leadership roles over the years. Most recently she served as Marine, Cargo and Logistics Engagement Leader, US and Canada and Western Region Leader, Canada. Prior to that she served as West Zone Marine, Cargo and Logistics Practice Leader, US.
Commenting on Janice’s appointment, Mr. Pellegrini said: “I have known and worked with Janice for more than 20 years. Clients and colleagues will benefit from her deep experience and expertise across numerous industries and risk types. She’s a fierce client advocate and passionate about empowering and growing the knowledge of our colleagues, making her the ideal person to lead our team of more than 160 dedicated specialists as we help our clients navigate the rapidly evolving risk landscape.”
Ms. Kowell added: “From new environmental standards to global supply chain shocks, port backlogs, and cyber threats, maritime and logistics organizations need a trusted advisor that can help them minimize their risk exposures and navigate business-related challenges. I look forward to leading this team as we harness Marsh’s industry-leading data, analytics, and benchmarking to provide clients the right guidance, insurance programs, and risk mitigation strategies to minimize loss and capitalize on growth opportunities.”
